Inventors:
Jeffrey L. Beseth - Raymore MO
Daniel J. Cool - Overland Park KS
Paul J. Rollheiser - Kansas City KS
Sheldon T. Wheaton - Olathe KS
Brian F. Ruff - Lees Summit MO
Jared S. Klein - Overland Park KS
International Classification:
H05K 712
US Classification:
361801, 361747, 361732, 361726, 361759, 439157
Abstract:
An equipment module, a module retention device, as well as a system and a method for mounting equipment modules are disclosed. The modules can be installed without tools, using the retention device. Each module includes a chassis unit which slides into a unit rack, which is in turn attached to a mounting frame. The entire assembly may be mounted to an instrument panel. The module retention device is attached to the chassis unit, typically engaging a slot on the rack. A rotating fastener secures the retention device in the engaged position. The method includes inserting an electronic module into the open end of a unit rack, sliding an engagement lug attached to a cam lever into engagement with a slot on the rack, electrically coupling a connector on the module with a connector on the rack, and attaching the rack to the mounting frame.